Two guides dead, 14 still missing after Himlung base camp avalanche Two guides dead, 14 still missing after Himlung base camp avalanche Two climbing guides have been found dead while 14 kitchen staff members remain missing after an avalanche struck Himlung Himal Base Camp in Manang on Sunday, according to the Nepal National Mountain Guide Association (NNMGA). Two climbing guides have been found dead while 14 kitchen staff members remain missing after an avalanche struck Himlung Himal Base Camp in Manang on Sunday, according to the Nepal National Mountain Guide Association (NNMGA). Nepal 27 Sep, 2026
Narayangadh-Muglin road reopens, Prithvi Highway clearance expected by evening Narayangadh-Muglin road reopens, Prithvi Highway clearance expected by evening The Narayangadh-Muglin road has reopened after workers cleared a mudslide that had blocked the Namshi Khola bridge amid continuous rainfall. The Narayangadh-Muglin road has reopened after workers cleared a mudslide that had blocked the Namshi Khola bridge amid continuous rainfall. Nepal 27 Sep, 2026
Nepali Army continues rescue, evacuation in flood-hit districts nationwide Nepali Army continues rescue, evacuation in flood-hit districts nationwide The Nepali Army has continued search, rescue and evacuation operations in districts affected by floods, landslides and inundation triggered by continuous rainfall across the country. The Nepali Army has continued search, rescue and evacuation operations in districts affected by floods, landslides and inundation triggered by continuous rainfall across the country. Nepal 27 Sep, 2026
Manakamana cable car service halted after road subsides in Chitwan Manakamana cable car service halted after road subsides in Chitwan Manakamana Cable Car services have been suspended after a road inside the entrance area of the cable car complex subsided following continuous rainfall and river erosion. Manakamana Cable Car services have been suspended after a road inside the entrance area of the cable car complex subsided following continuous rainfall and river erosion. Nepal 27 Sep, 2026
Floods, landslides claim lives and paralyse roads across Nepal Floods, landslides claim lives and paralyse roads across Nepal At least six people have died and five others remain missing after continuous heavy rainfall over the past two days triggered landslides, flooding and widespread disruption to roads and infrastructure across Nepal. At least six people have died and five others remain missing after continuous heavy rainfall over the past two days triggered landslides, flooding and widespread disruption to roads and infrastructure across Nepal. Nepal 27 Sep, 2026
Avalanche hits Himlung base camp, 10 expedition staff missing Avalanche hits Himlung base camp, 10 expedition staff missing An avalanche swept through Himlung Himal Base Camp in Manang early Sunday, leaving at least 10 expedition staff members missing, according to the Expedition Operators Association Nepal (EOAN). An avalanche swept through Himlung Himal Base Camp in Manang early Sunday, leaving at least 10 expedition staff members missing, according to the Expedition Operators Association Nepal (EOAN). Nepal 27 Sep, 2026
Sohra Shraddha begins today Sohra Shraddha begins today The 16-day Pitri Paksha, also known as Sohra Shraddha, began today with the commencement of rituals dedicated to honouring deceased ancestors. The 16-day Pitri Paksha, also known as Sohra Shraddha, began today with the commencement of rituals dedicated to honouring deceased ancestors. Nepal 27 Sep, 2026
Two killed, three missing in Palpa landslides Two killed, three missing in Palpa landslides Two people were killed and three others went missing in separate landslides in Palpa district on Sunday. Two people were killed and three others went missing in separate landslides in Palpa district on Sunday. Nepal 27 Sep, 2026
Rautahat on alert as Lal Bakaiya River approaches danger mark Rautahat on alert as Lal Bakaiya River approaches danger mark The water level of the Lal Bakaiya River has risen close to the danger mark following continuous rainfall, prompting authorities to issue flood warnings for riverside and low-lying settlements in Rautahat. The water level of the Lal Bakaiya River has risen close to the danger mark following continuous rainfall, prompting authorities to issue flood warnings for riverside and low-lying settlements in Rautahat. Nepal 27 Sep, 2026
Landslides block Prithvi Highway, Narayangadh-Muglin road Landslides block Prithvi Highway, Narayangadh-Muglin road Landslides triggered by incessant rainfall have blocked the Narayangadh-Muglin road and Prithvi Highway at multiple locations, disrupting traffic, authorities said. Landslides triggered by incessant rainfall have blocked the Narayangadh-Muglin road and Prithvi Highway at multiple locations, disrupting traffic, authorities said. Nepal 27 Sep, 2026
Plan International reaches 12,493 people with flood relief Plan International reaches 12,493 people with flood relief Plan International Nepal has provided humanitarian assistance to 12,493 people, including 4,202 children, a month after devastating floods affected communities across Nepal. Plan International Nepal has provided humanitarian assistance to 12,493 people, including 4,202 children, a month after devastating floods affected communities across Nepal. Nepal 27 Sep, 2026
Landslides block Jomsom-Korala highway at multiple points Landslides block Jomsom-Korala highway at multiple points Landslides triggered by incessant rainfall have obstructed the Jomsom-Korala section of the national highway at multiple locations, disrupting road connectivity with China. Landslides triggered by incessant rainfall have obstructed the Jomsom-Korala section of the national highway at multiple locations, disrupting road connectivity with China. Nepal 26 Sep, 2026
Youth missing after jumping into Lal Bakaiya River in Rautahat Youth missing after jumping into Lal Bakaiya River in Rautahat A 27-year-old man went missing after jumping into the Lal Bakaiya River from a bridge in Maulapur Municipality-4 of Rautahat on Friday, police said. A 27-year-old man went missing after jumping into the Lal Bakaiya River from a bridge in Maulapur Municipality-4 of Rautahat on Friday, police said. Nepal 25 Sep, 2026
Experts call for transboundary science and transformational climate diplomacy Experts call for transboundary science and transformational climate diplomacy Following the catastrophic August 26 disaster that left over 1,400 dead and 6,000 missing, climate experts and officials urged a comprehensive overhaul of Nepal’s risk frameworks, infrastructure planning and climate diplomacy during a dialogue organised by the Youth Innovation Lab (YIL) today. Following the catastrophic August 26 disaster that left over 1,400 dead and 6,000 missing, climate experts and officials urged a comprehensive overhaul of Nepal’s risk frameworks, infrastructure planning and climate diplomacy during a dialogue organised by the Youth Innovation Lab (YIL) today. Nepal 18 Sep, 2026
Nepal settles for bronze after semifinal loss to India Nepal settles for bronze after semifinal loss to India Nepal secured a bronze medal in women’s kabaddi at the 20th Asian Games after losing 48-24 to India in the semifinal at Tokai Citizen Gymnasium on Friday. Nepal secured a bronze medal in women’s kabaddi at the 20th Asian Games after losing 48-24 to India in the semifinal at Tokai Citizen Gymnasium on Friday. Nepal 25 Sep, 2026
Tikapur schools shut as flood, inundation risks rise after rain Tikapur schools shut as flood, inundation risks rise after rain Tikapur Municipality has declared a one-day holiday for all community and institutional schools on Friday, citing increased risks of flooding and inundation following continuous rainfall. Tikapur Municipality has declared a one-day holiday for all community and institutional schools on Friday, citing increased risks of flooding and inundation following continuous rainfall. Nepal 25 Sep, 2026
Dhaulagiri climbing team retreats amid bad weather Dhaulagiri climbing team retreats amid bad weather A team of mountaineers attempting to climb Mt Dhaulagiri (8,167m), the world’s seventh-highest mountain, has retreated from base camp after deteriorating weather conditions and forecasts of heavy rainfall forced expeditions to suspend activities. A team of mountaineers attempting to climb Mt Dhaulagiri (8,167m), the world’s seventh-highest mountain, has retreated from base camp after deteriorating weather conditions and forecasts of heavy rainfall forced expeditions to suspend activities. Nepal 25 Sep, 2026
Three die in separate accidents and incidents across Makawanpur Three die in separate accidents and incidents across Makawanpur Three people died and three others were injured in separate incidents in Makwanpur on Friday, according to police. Three people died and three others were injured in separate incidents in Makwanpur on Friday, according to police. Nepal 25 Sep, 2026
PM Shah calls for 'Climate Justice' beyond UN documents, proposes Himalayan Resilience Mechanism PM Shah calls for 'Climate Justice' beyond UN documents, proposes Himalayan... Prime Minister Balendra Shah has called for climate justice to move beyond commitments and declarations, urging the international community to provide greater support to countries such as Nepal that face disproportionate impacts from climate change despite contributing little to global greenhouse gas emissions. Prime Minister Balendra Shah has called for climate justice to move beyond commitments and declarations, urging the international community to provide greater support to countries such as Nepal that face disproportionate impacts from climate change despite contributing little to global greenhouse gas emissions. Nepal 25 Sep, 2026
Heavy rain disrupts highways, night travel restricted across country Heavy rain disrupts highways, night travel restricted across country Continuous heavy rainfall since Thursday has severely disrupted road connectivity across Nepal, with landslides, flooding and rising river levels blocking major highways and prompting authorities to impose widespread night-time travel restrictions. Continuous heavy rainfall since Thursday has severely disrupted road connectivity across Nepal, with landslides, flooding and rising river levels blocking major highways and prompting authorities to impose widespread night-time travel restrictions. Nepal 25 Sep, 2026
Nepal Sherpa Foundation provides Rs 4 million to PMDRF The Sherpa Foundation has provided a financial donation to the government's relief fund to support communities affected by the recent floods.
Kathmandu Foreign minister Khanal leaves for COP31 in Türkiye Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal left for Antalya, Türkiye, on Saturday to lead Nepal’s delegation to the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, scheduled for November 9-20.
Kathmandu Indian Ambassador Dalela among three envoys accredited to Nepal Three newly appointed ambassadors, including India's new envoy Sudhakar Dalela, formally assumed their diplomatic responsibilities in Nepal after presenting their letters of credence to President Ramchandra Paudel at a special ceremony in Kathmandu on Friday.
Nepal Nepal approves first National Standard for High-Altitude Sickness Management The Ministry of Health and Food Safety has approved a national standard aimed at improving the diagnosis, prevention, treatment and management of high-altitude sickness, a condition that affects trekkers, mountaineers and residents in Nepal's mountainous regions.
Nepal As towns modernise, Dhankuta's weekly markets remain vital to rural trade Despite the growth of permanent shops, supermarkets and road connectivity across Dhankuta, traditional weekly markets that began more than a century ago continue to play a central role in local commerce, linking farmers directly with consumers and preserving a long-standing rural trading culture.
Kathmandu Passengers can now track luggage movement at Tribhuvan Airport International passengers arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport will now be able to monitor the movement of their checked baggage in real time after authorities introduced a live-feed system aimed at improving transparency and passenger service.
Nepal Police seize 2.82 tonnes of marijuana in Udayapur Police have seized 2,820.5 kilograms of marijuana hidden in a field in Udayapur, one of the largest recent drug recoveries in the district, and launched an investigation to identify those behind the consignment.
Environment UN climate talks start in the year of disasters, energy price shocks and fast rising temperatures Three stories about climate change are playing out like popular movie genres as United Nations climate negotiations begin in Antalya, Turkey.
Opinion Nepal should not only negotiate the consequences; it should confront the cause at COP31 The government of Nepal has outlined four core national priorities to highlight at the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), to be held from 9 to 20 November 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye.